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2013 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (8%)

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2013 Volkswagen Passat brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

100000 mi

US $400
replace front brake pads 

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2013 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

20000 mi Bad plunger on clutch master cylinder. 
Faulty ABS sensor causing stability control fault messages. ABS sensor was replaced under warranty 
8300 mi Traction control seems to grab occasionally when slowing down from high speed, makes grinding noise at least. 

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2013 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

103000 mi

US $1000
Parking brake adjustment 
124000 mi

US $1000
REPLACE ALL FOUR BRAKES / ROTORS 
The brake pedal sticks to the floor after applied. Dealer said there was a leak in main cylinder. They replaced it but problem still exist. It is about go in the shop for 3rd time. 

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2013 Volkswagen Passat Brake Problems

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